Dialogues are such an inherent part of any film, and yet we never seem to pay too much attention to them. However there are some lines which have become a part of folklore and which are unforgettable. Most of us will instantly recognize the lines given below, since all of them are associated with our memories of great films and great actors. Sigh! I think apart from the singing … [Read more...]
Superstars of Classic Hindi Cinema – Old Bollywood Stars
"Superstar" is an adjective which is rarely attached to new actors in 21st century Bollywood. There are stars and actors and there are prodigies and immensely talented youngsters, but can you name a single actor who can be termed a superstar? Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan are perhaps the only current actors who can be called superstars in the true sense of the … [Read more...]
Agneepath Movie Review – Deadly, Illogical and packed with Bollywoodism
I went to the theatres the other day to catch the Hrithik Roshan and Sanjay Dutt starrer, Agneepath. The movie was meant to be pure masala fare meant to keep one thrilled for a good three hours. The expectations were quite high because of Agneepath's trailer and accomplished actors such as Hrithik Roshan and Sanjay Dutt starring in it. Unfortunately, it failed to keep me … [Read more...]
Patiala House Review: The same ingredients – but a new recipe
Let’s begin with the all important questions: Does Gattu conquer all? Does Bauji realize the importance of dreams and the triviality of hatred? Does the Kahlon household get deliverance? You bet the answer to all of the above is YES. Do you know why it couldn’t be any other way? It’s Bollywood, silly! If you don’t know this much by heart, you have no right to watch a … [Read more...]
Do Dooni Chaar – Feel a Slice of Life, Fellow Indian!
Do Dooni Chaar Released on: October 8, 2010 Director: Habib Faisal Cast: Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, Archit Krishna and others What's it about: Do Dooni Chaar is about a simple middle class Indian family who are trying to put together money so that they can migrate from a scooter to a car. [ad#post] Rishi and Neetu Kapoor Kapoor, a glamorous star couple in real life, … [Read more...]